Pentax W60 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Pentax W60 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Other Name is WB650

Pentax W60 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Pentax W60 and Samsung HZ35W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the W60 (10MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The W60 was launched 11 months earlier than the HZ35W so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the W60 scores versus the HZ35W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax W60 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio W60 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are available at Pentax W60 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Samsung HZ35W
W60 | HZ35W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Pentax W60
HZ35W | W60 | |||
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Introduced | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax W60 and Samsung HZ35W
W60 | HZ35W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Pentax W60 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax W60 has external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Pentax W60 and Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the W60 versus the HZ35W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the W60 and HZ35W is 94 and 91 respectively.

Pentax W60 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the W60 and HZ35W.
Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ35W to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The older W60 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Pentax W60 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax W60 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Pentax Optio W60 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio W60 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also Known as | - | WB650 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-07-01 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 pounds) | 245g (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | D-LI78 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $300 | $300 |